Prologue

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                            Lyra

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                            Lyra

In the mystical realm of Thoronia, where magic pulsed through every vein of the land, I stood alongside my sister, Aria Alyria, as guardians of the sacred Crystal of the Kingdom. This treasured artifact, passed down through our lineage, held the essence of the goddesses and our ancestors.

As witches and potion makers, our family had mastered the art of shapeshifting. Aria, my orphan cousin, raised as my sister, shared my determination.

On this fateful Full Moon night, the wind howled, and dry leaves swirled around us as we traversed the deserted path. Our destination was the ancient altar, where the crystal would unlock its full potential.

"Dad isn't coming," I whispered, anxiety creeping into my voice. "What if the crystal is in danger?"

Aria's reassuring hand on my shoulder steadied me. "Don't worry, Lyra. The crystal is ours. We'll keep it safe."

Just then, Father Thomas emerged, his face etched with concern.

"Alphas have arrived!" he exclaimed, urgency in his tone. "They're after the gem!"

Aria's eyes widened. "What? The A-Alphas? Father, we can't stay here!"

I grasped his arm, fear clawing at my heart. "Let's leave, Father. It's not safe!"

Father's expression turned resolute. "Daughters, please go. The gem's safety is paramount. It holds the dynasty's power and legacy. Protect it at all costs."

"Father, we won't leave you!" I protested feeling anxious.

Aria's voice trembled. "Give us the gem, Father. We must ensure its safety."

Father Thomas's eyes welled up with tears,He grasped our hands tightly- his magical powers surging through us "Sorry daughters,But I must protect the gem and I want you two to be safe"

"N-No father.." I pleaded.

But it was too late..
My vision blurred I stumbled and fell to my knees,My head spinned "F-father" Tears streamed down my face.

As my vision returned to normal, I was met with a sight that made my heart sink. Aria lay beside me, her body limp and lifeless, her beautiful face pale and drained of color. My breath caught in my throat, and I felt a wave of panic wash over me.

I struggled to my feet, my legs trembling beneath me. Every muscle in my body ached, as if I'd been run over by a thousand horses. My head spun, and my vision blurred, but I refused to give in.

With shaking hands, I grasped Aria's shoulders, my fingers digging into her skin. "ARIA! ARIA!!" I screamed, my voice hoarse from fear and desperation.

Slowly, agonizingly slowly, Aria's eyes fluttered open. Her gaze was unfocused, her pupils dilated. She blinked once, twice, and then her eyes locked onto mine.

"Father..." she whispered, her voice barely audible.

Tears streamed down my face as I helped Aria sit up. She swayed, her body trembling, and I wrapped my arms around her, holding her close.

"We must find him!," I sobbed, my words muffled against her shoulder.

Aria's hands grasped my arms, her fingers digging into my skin. "Lyra.. where is he?" she stammered, her voice barely above a whisper.

Her eyes pleaded with me, and I felt my heart shatter into a million pieces.

With Herculean effort, Aria stood up, her legs wobbly beneath her. I supported her, my own legs trembling.As we stumbled forward, the forest seemed to close in around us. The trees loomed, their branches like skeletal fingers reaching out to snatch us. The wind howled, a mournful cry that echoed our own despair.

"Father!" I screamed, my voice shattering the night air.Aria screamed along with me "where are you father!!"our cries merging into a symphony of grief.

Our pleas were met with silence.

And then, like a beacon in the darkness, Aria's head jerked toward a nearby thicket.

"Lyra... Look!" she whispered.

We rushed toward the thicket, our hearts racing.

And there, hidden among the dry leaves we found father Thomas his body with blood and we screamed,I held his arms.

"Fatherr are you okay!! Dad nothing with happen to you" I felt like my world getting destroyed.

Aria cried hard "F-father who did this to you!" Her eyes flashed.

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As we pushed aside the dry leaves, our hearts sank. Father Thomas lay before us, his body battered and bruised, his once-strong frame now broken and bloodied.

I screamed, my voice shattering the night air, and fell to my knees beside him. Aria joined me, her cries echoing mine.

"Father! Are you okay?! Dad, nothing will happen to you!" I begged, clutching his arms.

My world crumbled around me. The trees seemed to darken, the stars fading from the sky.

Aria's eyes flashed with anger and grief. "F-father, who did this to you?" she stammered.

With great effort, Father Thomas lifted his finger, pointing westward. I followed his gaze, my heart heavy with foreboding.

Aria sat beside him, cradling his head in her lap, her tears falling onto his face.

As I gazed west, my eyes locked onto a group of intimidating figures lurking in the shadows. Their faces etched themselves into my memory – cruel smiles, cold eyes, and hardened jaws.

"I won't spare you all," I vowed, my voice trembling with rage. "I won't... I won't."

My knees buckled, and I collapsed beside Father Thomas.

"I will walk into revenge's path," I whispered, my heart consumed by darkness.

Aria's cries merged with mine, our sorrow echoing through the forest "Lyra I am with you..."

Father Thomas's eyes, filled with love and regret, locked onto mine.

"Lyra... Aria... forgive..." he whispered.

His voice faded, and his body went still.

Our screams shattered the night, our hearts forever scarred.

As I gazed upon Father Thomas's lifeless form, a burning fire ignited within me.

I will avenge his death.
I will bring justice.
No matter what it costs..

I have walked on revenge's path,I will return and avenge his death.

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𝐏𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐯𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 🔮🌷
    𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐮 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 1 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬.


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